FIFA Reports Record Breaking Global Football Transfer Window

The global football transfer market reached a new record in the mid year window, moving US$ 9.89 billion (R$ 50.4 billion) according to a report released by FIFA on Thursday. More than 12,500 international transfers were registered during this period. England led the market in spending, with English clubs spending US$ 3.02 billion (R$ 15.40 billion) on men's international transfers. The report highlights that players who participated in the World Cup were a major driver of this growth, accounting for more than US$ 3.3 billion (R$ 16.83 billion) of the total spent. Notable high value moves included the transfer of Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea to Manchester City for R$ 871.8 million, as well as moves involving Rodri and Bradley Barcola. Women's football also saw record growth, with international transfer spending more than doubling compared to 2025 to reach US$ 28.6 million (R$ 145.86 million) across 1,406 transfers. Brazil experienced a trade surplus during this window, selling 525 players for US$ 212 million (R$ 1.08 billion) and buying 318 players for US$ 127 million (R$ 648.5 million). While Portugal was the primary destination for Brazilian players by volume, English clubs paid the highest amount for Brazilian talent at US$ 57.3 million.